If you’re a man looking to take on HYROX, the global fitness phenomenon exploding across the world, there’s never been a better time to start your journey. And if you're searching for a HYROX transformation coach who actually walks the walk, meet the man who just punched his ticket to the world stage.
Coach Mikey of Physique Academy stepped onto the HYROX floor in Singapore for the Men’s Pro Doubles division, and didn’t just compete… he qualified for the HYROX World Championships in Stockholm 2026.
His incredible finishing time of 0:59:25 secured him and his partner 2nd place on the podium, earning them the golden ticket to the one of the biggest stages in HYROX competition.
But Mikey isn’t just an elite performer, he’s a renowned HYROX coach, calisthenics expert, and endurance-focused transformation specialist with clients across the globe who trust him to get them race-ready.
Mikey’s own training is fuelled by a vegan diet consisting of foods that help fuel performance driven goals. Showing that nutrition is no obstacle when you have the right plan, education and consistency of what to input for output.
Why Men Are Turning to HYROX And Why You Need the Right Coach
HYROX appeals to men who want:
- A performance-driven challenge
- A clear training goal
- A structured pathway to peak fitness
- A transformation that goes beyond aesthetics
HYROX blends running, strength, power, and grit, making it the ideal sport for men looking to level up physically and mentally.
But without the right structure, HYROX can be overwhelming. That’s where Physique Academy, and Coach Mikey step in.
Coach Mikey’s Essential HYROX Training Tips for Men
Fuelling - carbs, carbs and more carbs. Top up the glycogen levels to prevent fatigue and cramping. Gel 15-30 mins pre race and mid race. If you cramp then you're done.
Warm up - 15-30 mins. Mobility work, light run, bike. Explosive work on stations short 10-30 secs max to get everything firing
Don't go out too hot - I was a sucker for this last race. You feel great on that first run and it's very easy to get sucked in around the athletes with you. Run at a smooth and comfortable pace, your body will thank you later
Run your own race - as much as you are there to compete/race. You simple don't know other people's fitness levels. Stick to what you know pre race and go at your own pace.
Wall balls - this makes or breaks a lot of people. Mentally thinking you got to do a 100 wall balls at an end of a race can crush many. Break it down into can I do 10. Then do 10 then another 10.
Focus more on running - Hyrox is a running race, with added stations. Most people just simple don't run enough. Spend less time doing the Hyrox workouts and start doing more running.
Don't neglect strength training - stations such as sled push & pull, lunges rather a great deal of leg strength. Focus leg day more on low reps, power output, being explosive. This is going to transfer over to your Hyrox. Now is not the time for hypertrophy training.
Hard days and easy days - people fall into this trap where nearly everyday becomes a hard day. This will lead to burnout or even injury. Push on the hard days, easy on the easy days. Easy day example can be a zone 2 run/ bike with mobility work.
Stop trying to train like the pros - know how much time and sessions you can do throughout the week. Trying to do what the pros are doing whilst working a full time job is not going to work. Not always more is better. Have a schedule and stick to it.
- Don't compare - this is something we all do including myself. Especially if you're a newbie in the sport even like myself. The only person you should be comparing yourself to is the person you were yesterday.
HYROX isn’t just a race, it’s a mission. A challenge that forces you to rise, to commit, and to become the strongest version of yourself. And you don’t have to do it alone.
With Physique Academy, you get the structure, the strategy, and the support of a coach who’s not just talking about HYROX, he’s competing at the World Championships. Coach Mikey knows exactly what it takes for men to build endurance, strength, resilience, and confidence from the ground up.
If you want to step onto that start line knowing you’ve trained with purpose…
If you want a coach who understands real-world time constraints but delivers world-class results…
If you want to transform your body, your performance, and your mindset…
Then this is your moment.
